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scribing

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈskraɪbɪŋ/

KK: /ˈskraɪbɪŋ/

noun
Definition

A written or drawn mark made on a surface, often used to refer to the act of writing or drawing.


Example

The artist's scribing on the canvas added intricate details to the painting.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that beautiful scribing on the ancient wall?
Sloth B
Yes, it was amazing! It must have taken a long time to create.
Sloth A
I wonder what the scribing actually says.
Sloth B
It would be cool to know the story behind it!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
inscription
writing
record
Antonyms
erasure
deletion
obliteration
verb
Definition

To write or draw something, especially in a careful or artistic way.


Example

She is scribing the notes from the meeting into her notebook.


Tense Forms

Past: scribed

Past Participle: scribed


Conversation
Sloth A
I saw you scribing notes during the lecture yesterday.
Sloth B
Yeah, I find it helps me remember things better.
Sloth A
That's a good idea! I should start scribing my notes too.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Scribing → It is formed from "scribere" (meaning to write) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "scribing" refers to the action of writing or the process of inscribing something.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'scribere' which means to write — this helps you remember that 'scribing' is the action of writing.

Visually Confused Words
cribbing
sibling
scoring
sacring
ribbing
curbing
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Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
writing
inscribing
noting
Antonyms
erasing
destroying
ignoring